Which airline is most reliable for SMF (Sacramento) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The most reliable airline on the SMF to LGB route is Southwest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 87%.

How often are flights delayed from SMF to LGB?

About 13% of flights from SMF to LGB experience delays. 87% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on SMF to LGB flights?

When flights from SMF to LGB are delayed, the average delay is approximately 49 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a SMF to LGB flight?

With 87% of SMF to LGB flights arriving on time and an average delay of 49 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at LGB is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

Is SMF (Sacramento) to LGB (Long Beach) usually delayed?

No, SMF to LGB flights are generally reliable. 87% arrive on time, which is above average. When delays do occur, they average 49 minutes.

What airline is most reliable on SMF (Sacramento) to LGB (Long Beach)?

Southwest Airlines is the most reliable airline flying SMF to LGB, with 87% of flights arriving on time.

What's the best month to fly SMF (Sacramento) to LGB (Long Beach)?

The best month to fly SMF to LGB is February, when 90% of flights arrive on time. The worst month is June at 83% on time. If your schedule is flexible, flying in February gives you the best odds of an on-time arrival.

SMF → LGB

SMF (Sacramento) to LGB (Long Beach)

SMF (Sacramento) to LGB (Long Beach) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 87%. The average delay is 49 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated November 2026.

SMF → LGB on-time performance by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by late incoming aircraft.

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Best & worst months to fly SMF → LGB

Best month

February

90% on time

Worst month

June

83% on time

Feb

90%

Jan

89%

Mar

89%

Sep

88%

Aug

87%

Nov

87%

Oct

87%

Dec

86%

May

86%

Apr

86%

Jul

85%

Jun

83%

Good to know

Departing from SMF

82% on time

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Arriving at LGB

84% on time

When flights into LGB are late, the average delay is 51 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at LGB: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated November 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.